Lego is going to make its videogames in-house from now on, says it would 'almost rather overinvest'
The world's largest toymaker, Lego, has told the Financial Times that it intends to build its own videogames in-house from now on. The company has heavily invested in digital infrastructure in recent years, tripling the number of software engineers it employs since 2022, and aims to move away from outsourcing the brand to third party studios.
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After decades of outsourcing its video games to third-party studios, LEGO wants to take over development by setting up an in-house studio.
Lego "building up" in-house game development
Lego is working to build up its in-house game development, the company's boss has revealed. Speaking to The Financial Times, Lego boss Niels Christiansen said the company was increasing its focus on video game experiences created by its own teams, following years of partnerships with outside companies.
Lego Could Make A Big Change To Future Video Games
According to the CEO of The Lego Group, the company may begin developing some video games internally. Niels Christiansen, who has been Lego's CEO since 2017, said in an interview that the company is ramping up to make some games in-house.
Lego to bring video game-making in-house as profits rise
Lego is building up its capability to make its own video games as the world’s largest toymaker invests heavily in developing its own digital play experiences alongside its bricks and mini-figures. The Danish toymaker had outsourced its video game studio as well as theme parks and other non-core activities after its brush with bankruptcy two decades ago.
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LEGO Announces New Internal Video Game Development Studio
LEGO is creating an in-house game development studio to work on future projects, as well as to build new ties to outside brands for potential tie-ins.
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